2013 Jaguar XJ Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XJ years
- Not enough data 7th of 21 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Jaguar XJ. That ranks 7th out of 21 XJ model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 25%), typically at around 33,500 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Jaguar XJ problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 25% | 33,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 25% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 13% | 39,900 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 13% | 52,222 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 13% | 13,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 13% | 39,900 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 13% | 31,645 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Jaguar XJ recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:software
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured May 21, 2012, through July 10, 2012. The generic software calibration installed on the vehicles' Restraints Control Module (RCM) may not meet the specification for proper operation of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: Vehicles that have the generic software may put the occupants at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will upload new software for the Restraints Control Module, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J040.
Suspension:rear
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the toe links, components used to control the alignment of the rear wheels, can separate from the rear sub-frame.
Risk: If a toe link separates from the rear sub-frame, a loss of vehicle stability and directional control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar notified owners on May 8, 2014, and dealers will replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin around May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J037.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF and XJ vehicles manufactured March 26, 2013, through April 10, 2013. In these vehicles, the certification label that is intended to specify the required Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front, Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear, the manufacture date and country of manufacture is absent. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: If the certification label does not specify all the necessary information or the vehicle weight range could result in the vehicle being overloaded and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners and dealers will re-acquire and will provide a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase, free of charge. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number associated with this recall is J039.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The headlights turn themselves off while Iâm driving at night. Itâs very scary for a minute or two but I manage to get them back on by manipulating the switch. I mentioned this to the service rep at the Jaguar dealership and his response was â thatâs typical of that carâ. Itâs been…
In weather below 30 degrees f, parked for a period of time on the street, and usually in frost conditions, doors will not open on car. Once you get door to open, usually by lowering window and unlocking from inside, doors will not latch closed. Once car warms up, doors latch closed. Doors need to…
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 jaguar xj. While driving approximately 65 mph, the low coolant indicator illuminated even though the gauge appeared normal. The contact pulled the vehicle to the side of the road as it stalled and shut off. The contact had the vehicle towed to a certified mechanic who…
On multiple occasions, the stop/start feature fails and the car stalls while in gear. The drive position indicator flashes and in order to move the car, it must be shutdown and then restarted.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 jaguar xj. After the vehicle was started, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel system module failed. The contact also stated that the vehicle stalled while driving. The failure occurred…
Other Jaguar XJ years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 XJ | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 XJ | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 XJ | 2 | 3 |
| 2016 XJ | 8 | 2 |
| 2015 XJ | 7 | 3 |
| 2014 XJ | 12 | 2 |
| 2013 | 8 | 3 |
| 2012 XJ | 7 | 0 |
| 2011 XJ | 16 | 3 |
| 2010 XJ | 0 | 3 |
| 2008 XJ | 6 | 0 |
| 2007 XJ | 4 | 1 |
| 2006 XJ | 11 | 3 |
| 2005 XJ | 6 | 0 |
| 2004 XJ | 13 | 3 |
| 2003 XJ | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 XJ | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 XJ | 13 | 0 |
| 1998 XJ | 11 | 1 |
| 1997 XJ | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 XJ | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Jaguar XJ?
Owners most often report engine, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Jaguar XJ?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 Jaguar XJ a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XJ model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.